With regard to the article about the Redcar boy who was cautioned for breaking a car aerial. Are we supposed to feel sympathy for him?

He committed criminal damage and admitted such, therefore should accept with good grace the caution given to him, and praise must go to the police for pursuing such a menial crime.

But what of the victim of this felony? Shouldn't they be given some public sympathy?

My household had three vehicles damaged by vandals before Hallowe'en last year, costing over £200 to repair. Although my wife witnessed one incident and the gang of vandals were identified, the police were unable to bring any charges due to lack of evidence.

No, I don't think any sympathy should be given to this young person or his family.